Haiti Plunges Deeper into Crisis as Gangs Seize Control and Political Factions Struggle to Form New Government
• Haiti faces a critical crisis as gangs have taken control of Port-au-Prince and key infrastructure like the airport, ministries, and national palace.
• Political factions have proposed a transitional government where the presidency rotates, but disagree on its composition and whether to include gangs.
• The Haitian police cannot maintain order and any new government would need to address the powerful gangs.
• Additional UN police forces from Kenya may arrive but 1,000 may not be enough to confront the gangs and difficult terrain.
• The U.S. holds significant influence, and current President Ariel Henry may be forced to resign, voluntarily or not.